Scilla litardierei, commonly known as Amethyst Meadow Squill, is a deciduous bulbous perennial native to the meadows and open woodlands of the Balkans, including Croatia. It typically grows to 15–20 cm in height and is valued for its striking blue-violet flowers that resemble those of grape hyacinths (Muscari). Unlike the earlier-blooming Siberian squill (Scilla siberica), Amethyst Meadow Squill flowers in late spring, usually in May–June in its native range. Each stem can carry up to 70 buds in a dense raceme, which open into star-shaped flowers. The plant also features 3-6 slender, grass-like leaves that are 3-8mm wide and taper to a point.

Amethyst Meadow Squill is appreciated for its ability to naturalize and spread under favorable conditions, creating swathes of blue-violet in partial shade areas. It has been awarded the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit for its ornamental value and resilience, being hardy down to −20 °C (−4 °F). It is commonly used in rock gardens, woodland gardens, and as underplanting for deciduous trees. For optimal growth, it requires medium amounts of water and well-drained soil, and it can thrive in both full sun and part shade. While it is not known for significant problems, it can be susceptible to bulb rot if kept in overly wet conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0